Fathers and their families throughout North America went camping at Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA) locations in increased numbers last weekend, according to figures released by KOA today (June 18). KOA said camper nights across the 485-campground KOA system in North America were up 4.1% this Father’s Day Weekend, compared to Father’s Day Weekend in [...]

North American owners of recreational vehicles, including motor coaches and towable products, are not letting elevated fuel prices dampen their enthusiasm for travel and adventure, according to a recently conducted survey. In fact, more than 72% of members of Coach-Net, a leading provider of RV roadside assistance as well as RV lifestyle services and benefits, [...]

The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association announced that six companies have stepped forward as Bronze Partners for the RV Dealers International Convention/Expo, Sept. 30-Oct. 4 at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. According to a press release, the convention is sponsored by RVDA, RVDA of Canada and the RV Learning Center. Bronze partners [...]

Reflecting a “key period” in the post-recession transition, the sixth annual Manufacturing and Logistics Report Card shows Indiana outpacing the nation in the industries’ rebound. According to Inside INdiana Business, the report, issued by Ball State University’s Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) and the state’s advanced manufacturing and logistics initiative Conexus, Ind., stated [...]

Dometic Group, a global provider of cooling and convenience products for the recreational vehicle, truck, automotive and marine markets, today (June 18) announced the release of its Brisk II RV air conditioner. According to a press release, the Brisk II offers a 15% air flow increase, and is 19% lighter than previous models, making it [...]

At Wisconsin’s Devil’s Lake State Park, Jenny Hudson has seen campers’ fondness for electricity grow stronger over the past decade. As reported by the LaCrosse Tribune, campers in rustic sites tap into unused outlets at electrified sites, charging laptops. Campers leave phones charging in the visitor center and bathrooms. “Our electric sites are always the [...]

The race to improve fuel economy, especially among 1/2-ton pickup trucks, has become intense. Manufacturers are pulling out all the stops to increase fuel economy without sacrificing performance. ForConstructionPros.com reported that the push has led to recent innovations in the form of new engine platforms with integrated fuel-saving technology; more aerodynamic chassis with both passive [...]

Today’s video comes from http://roadtreking.com and journalist Mike Wendland offering a look at the 40th Anniversary Special Edition Roadtrek 190 Class B motorhome featuring solar power and all-season use. The new model was introduced during the company’s May 20-24 rally in Branson, Mo., marking the milestone.  To view the video click here or scroll down the right [...]

Hundreds of couples lined up early at the New York State Fairgrounds last week to get hitched, again. The Post-Standard, Syracuse, reported that the people who crowded into Chevy Court with the goal of setting a new world record for largest wedding vow renewal were camped out at the fairgrounds for the Camping World/Good Sam [...]

Consumer confidence in June has eased from a six-year high as progress in the labor market supported Americans’ views of the economic outlook. Bloomberg News reported that the Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan preliminary index of consumer sentiment declined to 82.7 in June from 84.5 the prior month that was the highest since July 2007, a [...]